Pelicans vs Celtics Prediction and NBA Tips - 31 March 2024
Last updated: Mar 30, 2024, 9:06PM | Published: Mar 30, 2024, 2:30AM
The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the favoured Boston Celtics in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Sunday, starting at 8:00am AEDT.
With the likes of Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy, the Pelicans are aiming to beat a Celtics side that includes Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Pelicans vs Celtics game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Pelicans vs Celtics
Using high-tech machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Sunday's New Orleans-Boston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Celtics a 67% chance of defeating the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
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Pelicans vs Celtics: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $3.10, Celtics $1.46
- Line: Pelicans +6 ($1.93), Celtics -6 ($1.97)
- Total (Over/Under 223.5 Points): Over $1.94, Under $1.95
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Pelicans at $3.10 and the Celtics at $1.46.
The Pelicans are listed as 6-point underdogs against the Celtics, with odds of $1.93 currently available at Betfair.
For the favourite Celtics (-6) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.97.
The Over/Under for total points scored has been set at 223.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.94 and odds for the Under at $1.95.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pelicans (+6) have a 54% chance of covering the line, while the 223.5-point Over/Under is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
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Pelicans vs Celtics: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $3.10 with Betfair (0.7% edge)
- Line: Pelicans +6 at $1.93 with Betfair (54% probability)
- Total Points: Under 223.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (50% probability)
These Pelicans vs Celtics betting tips are based on market-leading modelling and wagering experience to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Celtics have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our preferred option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Pelicans vs Celtics: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Celtics at Smoothie King Center on Sunday has the Celtics winning 113-108.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of New Orleans vs Boston on Sunday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Pelicans vs Celtics: Player Props
Player props are a popular way to bet on Pelicans vs Celtics without necessarily betting on the outcome of Sunday's game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best data available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Smoothie King Center.
Zion Williamson is expected to lead the Pelicans with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Jayson Tatum is projected to have 26 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the Celtics.
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion Williamson | 27 | 6 | 6 |
| CJ McCollum | 21 | 5 | 5 |
| Trey Murphy | 16 | 6 | 2 |
| Herbert Jones | 12 | 4 | 3 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 11 | 8 | 2 |
Celtics Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 26 | 8 | 6 |
| Jaylen Brown | 23 | 6 | 4 |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 22 | 7 | 2 |
| Derrick White | 15 | 4 | 6 |
| Jrue Holiday | 12 | 4 | 5 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the New Orleans vs Boston game at Smoothie King Center.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips for every NBA game, as well as a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Pelicans vs Celtics: Preview
The NBA game between the Pelicans and Celtics at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00am AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Boston Celtics
- Date: Sunday 31 March 2024
- Time: 8:00am AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our New Orleans vs Boston predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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